🌌 How To Add Planets and Rockets in Minecraft – Step-by-Step Guide (Ad Astra Mod)

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Do you ever wish to explore space, land on different planets, and launch rockets in Minecraft? With the **Ad Astra** mod and some stunning shaders, you can turn your Minecraft world into a full-blown space adventure!

In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll guide you through installing everything you need to build and launch your own rocket, explore new planets, and make Minecraft feel like a galactic survival game.

Mod Required: Ad Astra​

Ad Astra is an interstellar exploration mod that lets you:

• Craft rockets
• Launch into space
• Land on the Moon, Mars, Venus, and other celestial bodies
• Build planetary bases and use futuristic tools

Download Link: Ad Astra Mod on Modrinth

Optional (But Amazing!) Shader: Complementary Reimagined​

Enhance your cosmic adventures with beautiful lighting and atmosphere using this shader pack.

Shader Link: Complementary Reimagined Shader

Showcase Video:​

Watch the full gameplay and showcase of this mod in action below:

Step-by-Step Installation Guide​

Step 1: Install Minecraft Forge or Fabric​

To run Ad Astra, you'll need a mod loader. Check if the mod uses Forge or Fabric (Ad Astra supports both).

1. Go to Forge or FabricMC
2. Download the mod loader installer for your Minecraft version (e.g., 1.20+)
3. Run the installer and launch the game once to generate the `mods` folder

Step 2: Download & Install the Ad Astra Mod​

1. Visit Ad Astra on Modrinth
2. Download the correct version of the mod (match your Minecraft + loader version)
3. Move the downloaded `.jar` file into your Minecraft `mods` folder:

C:\Users\YourName\AppData\Roaming\.minecraft\mods

Step 3: (Optional) Install Shader Support with OptiFine or Iris​

To use shaders, you’ll need either:
- OptiFine (for Forge)
- Iris Shaders (for Fabric)

Once installed:
1. Launch Minecraft
2. Go to Video Settings → Shaders
3. Add the downloaded Complementary Reimagined Shader into your `.minecraft\shaderpacks` folder

Step 4: Launch Minecraft​

- Open the Minecraft Launcher
- Choose the Forge/Fabric profile
- Click Play

Once in-game, you can access new blocks, machines, fuel systems, and rockets to begin your interplanetary journey.

Tips to Begin Your Space Journey​

• Start by building a NASA Workbench
• Craft a Tier 1 Rocket
• Fuel it using fuel refinery and launch pad
• Start with Moon exploration
• Prepare oxygen tanks before space travel!

Can You Use This in Content Creation?​

Absolutely! This mod looks amazing with shaders and can be used to create content for YouTube, Shorts, Reels, or TikTok. Combine it with storytelling or survival gameplay to stand out.

Final Words​

With the Ad Astra mod and Complementary shaders, Minecraft becomes an epic space survival experience. Whether you're building moon bases or exploring Martian terrain, it's a journey you won’t forget.

Have questions or need help? Drop them below and share your space builds with the community!

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Useful Links:​

• Ad Astra Mod (Download)
• Complementary Reimagined Shader
• Showcase Video